CALL FOR PRESENTERS

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL IS JANUARY 24, 2020

To meet the CEU requirements set forth by licensing boards, at least one presenter must meet at least one of the following criteria:

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Master's level education or higher in a mental health related field

Certification by a mental health organization in the specific subject area to be taught

License or certification as a mental health professional by a state/national organization

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OPTION ONE (Must have presented at a past CRC conference):

30-MINUTE PLENARY SESSION - SATURDAY MAY 2, 2020

The 2020 Program Committee is seeking qualified individuals who have presented at a past CRC conference to give a plenary talk. Plenary sessions are 30-minute talks on a topic related to the conference theme of strengthening LGBTQ relationships and families, i.e., communication, attachment, coming out, gender identity, money/finances, religion/spirituality, intersectionality with race or nationality, etc. Plenary talks may incorporate minimal PowerPoint slides and/or video, but the primary focus should be on story telling, lecture, and connecting with the audience (similar to a TED talk). To apply, please complete the Presenter Application with the following information:

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1. Your name and credentials

2. Name and credentials of co-presenter, if any

3. Title of presentation

4. Description, including 3 learning objectives

5. Your bio and professional background/experience related to the subject matter

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OPTION TWO:

60-MINUTE CONFERENCE BREAKOUT SESSION - SATURDAY MAY 2, 2020

Conference breakout sessions are a total of one-hour in length, divided evenly into 30-minutes of presentation and 30-minutes of group discussion. These sessions should be on a topic related to the conference theme of strengthening LGBTQ relationships and families, i.e., communication, attachment, coming out, gender identity, money/finances, religion/spirituality, intersectionality with race or nationality, etc. Presenters may utilize lecture, discussion, PowerPoint, handouts, role-play, demonstration, and/or group exercises to meet their learning objectives. Creativity is encouraged as long as the workshop is interactive and emphasizes the collaborative sharing of ideas and experiences. To apply, please complete the Presenter Application with the following information:

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1. Your name and credentials

2. Name and credentials of co-presenter, if any

3. Title of presentation

4. Description, including 3 learning objectives

5. Your bio and professional background/experience related to the subject matter

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Integrating cutting edge science and practical experience to explore dating, relationships, and parenting within the LGBTQ community. Open to the LGBTQ public (singles and those in a relationship) as well as allies, community leaders, and mental health professionals (CE credits available).